IX: Shostakovich
Catch the brilliance of Shostakovich's Ninth Symphony as conductor Jessica Cottis leads the Orchestra in revealing the complexities behind the work's seemingly lighthearted façade.
Catch the brilliance of Shostakovich's Ninth Symphony as conductor Jessica Cottis leads the Orchestra in revealing the complexities behind the work's seemingly lighthearted façade.
Catch the brilliance of Shostakovich's Ninth Symphony as conductor Jessica Cottis leads the Orchestra in revealing the complexities behind the work's seemingly lighthearted façade.
Take a journey into Bob Singleton's When Instruments Roamed the Earth!® Filled with laughs, surprises, and on-stage dinosaur action! This concert is offered in celebration of Dr. Lola Rozsa's Birthday.
A Kora Journey – Strings of Legacy invites audiences into a mesmerizing musical experience led by Zal Sissokho and Senny Camara, whose voices and koras intertwine in a moving dialogue. Their performance blends Mandinka tradition with contemporary expression, exploring themes of love, uniqueness and cultural legacy.
Silversun Pickups bring their Tenterhooks Tour to Calgary for a night of atmospheric alt‑rock, soaring vocals, and the signature sound fans love. Catch them live as they showcase new music alongside the hits that defined their career.
Discover the world of Prince Siegfried, evil sorcerer Von Rothbart, and Odette, Queen of the Swans, in Tchaikovsky's timeless Swan Lake — an exciting combination of music and storytelling, plus illustrations specially created by narrator Judd Palmer, that will engage the eyes, ears, and imaginations of students.
In celebration of Women’s History Month, the National Music Centre, in partnership with Write On!, will present a special edition of The Acoustic Guitar Project, spotlighting women and gender-diverse songwriters. Five Alberta-based artists were selected to participate in this unique collaborative songwriting initiative.
Boogie with your Calgary Phil in this far-out concert inspired by the sounds of legendary New York nightclub Studio 54. Daniel Bartholomew-Poyser conducts the Orchestra and a hip cast of vocalists in the disco era's grooviest hits from Donna Summer, Bee Gees, Gloria Gaynor, Diana Ross, Chic, and more!
Boogie with your Calgary Phil in this far-out concert inspired by the sounds of legendary New York nightclub Studio 54. Daniel Bartholomew-Poyser conducts the Orchestra and a hip cast of vocalists in the disco era's grooviest hits from Donna Summer, Bee Gees, Gloria Gaynor, Diana Ross, Chic, and more!
Celebrate International Women’s Day with a joyful musical surprise at Studio Bell! Calgary’s Cool Choir will pop up when you least expect it with epic flash mob performances, filling the halls with uplifting rock and pop anthems.
NMC + CWJC: Joni Mitchell celebrates the iconic songwriter’s legacy through an intimate evening of storytelling and performance. Featuring musicians and voices inspired by her work, the event pays tribute to Mitchell’s artistry, influence, and enduring impact on Canadian music.
Discover the world of Prince Siegfried, evil sorcerer Von Rothbart, and Odette, Queen of the Swans, in Tchaikovsky's timeless Swan Lake — an exciting combination of music and storytelling, plus illustrations specially created by narrator Judd Palmer, that will engage the eyes, ears, and imaginations of students.
Start your St. Patrick’s Day celebrations early with KITCHINPARTI, who will bring the spirit of a true Newfoundland kitchen party to Studio Bell, home of the National Music Centre.
Matt Berninger brings his unmistakable baritone and introspective songwriting to an intimate evening at the Werklund Centre. Best known as the frontman of The National, he offers a raw, immersive performance that blends emotional depth, poetic lyricism, and magnetic stage presence.
Get ready for an unforgettable evening of storytelling, songcraft, and catchy melodies with three of Western Canada’s most compelling singer-songwriters: Matt Patershuk, Suzie Ungerleider, and Ben Sures.
Join National Music Centre and JazzYYC for an evening with SUBA Trio — featuring GRAMMY-nominated composer and pianist Omar Sosa, kora master and singer Seckou Keita, and percussionist Gustavo Ovalles.
Electric bass virtuoso Carl Mayotte will be giving a free, in-depth masterclass on March 15 at Studio Bell, home of the National Music Centre.
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